Elder abuse is something which no senior citizen should have to face. The sad reality, however, is that millions of seniors are victims of elder abuse. According to reports, roughly two million people are victims of nursing home abuse each year. This represents roughly one-in-ten nursing home residents. The shocking truth is that it is […]
Some accident victims are often apprehensive to hire an NJ motorcycle accident attorney for fear that the case will be drawn out and end up going to court. However, the vast majority of personal injury cases are settled outside of ever reaching court. There are cases that will need to go to court while others […]
If you cause an accident, you expect to see an increase in your auto insurance premiums. That’s nothing new. What is new is the fact that today, anyone involved in a car accident could end up paying more for coverage, even those who are not deemed culpable. Here’s why insurers are raising rates for those […]
One of the largest statewide public transportation systems is the New Jersey Transit. This transportation system is responsible for transporting all passengers through New Jersey, as well as parts of New York and Pennsylvania. With 2,000 buses traveling over 78 million miles, it’s almost certain that New Jersey transit bus accidents will happen. Just like […]
Automobile accidents account for 30,000 to 40,000 deaths each year in the United States. In addition, it is estimated that more than 3 million people are injured each year in car accidents; with close to 2 million of those injuries being of a permanent nature. On one hand, for some people injured in an automobile […]
As we continue to figure out how to navigate working in COVID-19 and what exactly our working world is going to look like in the future, knowing what your rights are as an employee is extremely important. Even before COVID-19 highlighted workers’ rights when working from home, workers had rights that they were, and still […]
If an individual gets an injury as a result of the negligence of another individual or entity in the State of New Jersey, they have the legal right to seek compensation for their injuries – both physical and mental. These compensatory damages are known as “pain and suffering” compensation. But, what is it and how […]
Embarking on the legal journey within the courtrooms of New Jersey inevitably involves a critical and nuanced task—authenticating demonstrative evidence. This process, central to the seamless operation of legal proceedings, goes beyond the mere presentation of facts; it intricately weaves visual and conceptual elements into the fabric of the trial. In this exploration, we delve […]
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances. Read more about how two trucking companies paid $1.3 million settlement. This happened after a tractor trailer crash left our female client with neck and back injuries requiring two surgeries. Lou DeVoto represented RD’s client in the case. What happened? Our client was operating […]
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances. A $1.5 Million settlement was reached against a South Jersey Golf course after a 77 year-old man was seriously injured when a dead tree branch fell from 20 feet and struck him while he was playing golf. RD was able to get to the […]
Medical malpractice is a serious medical threat and impacts thousands of people every year in New Jersey. When you go to a doctor or hospital, you expect the medical provider to diagnose and care for your illness or disease properly so that you can return to good health. However, there are times when a doctor, […]
Being sued for a car accident can be an overwhelming and stressful experience. It’s a situation that often involves a complex legal process, and understanding the steps and considerations that follow such incidents is crucial for protecting your rights and interests. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the intricacies of what happens […]
Accidents happen when you least expect them. And when that accident causes injuries, it is especially aggravating and disruptive to our normal lives. That brings us to today’s topic. Let’s say you have suffered an injury due to someone’s negligence – perhaps it was a slip and fall injury, perhaps it was the result of […]
It’s a new parent’s worst nightmare if their child suffers during the delivery. Unfortunately, sustaining a serious birth injury is not uncommon — according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), inadvertent injuries are a leading cause of 541 infant deaths per 100,000 live births. If it is found to be a preventable birth […]
